Cost of Living in Lame Deer, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
58.7
100 = national avg
-41.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$25,819
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$61,027
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.1
Food70.2
Transportation40.3
Healthcare76.1
Utilities74.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$993
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,186
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lame Deer is 58.7, which is 41.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $25,819 per year to cover basic expenses.